US 169 over I 494
GoodHennepin County, Minnesota · At the JCT of TH 169; 494 · Structure no. 27V03
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 243 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 48,000
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over I 494 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over I 494 in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 48,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,000 by 2039. The structure is 243 ft (74 m) long and 63 ft wide.
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over I 494 built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over I 494 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does US 169 over I 494 carry?
About 48,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over I 494?
The structure is 243 ft (74 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over I 494?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.